Very Good

#334 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 23% of private schools

Lakeland Christian School

School

1111 FOREST PARK ST, Lakeland, FL 33803

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,076

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,076

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#334 of 1,462

In Lakeland

#8 of 18

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About Lakeland Christian School

Lakeland Christian School is a private school in Lakeland, FL. Lakeland Christian School serves approximately 1,076 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.9 pts above FL schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Lakeland Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lakeland Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Lakeland Christian School compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.7:1

This School

17.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,076

This School

648

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%

Black 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Lakeland Christian School Lakeland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Lakeland Christian School (this school)	—	1,076	7.7:1	7.2
DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	325	13.5:1	4.1
MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY	0.8 mi	178	11.9:1	8.5
POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL	0.9 mi	455	—:1	6.6
POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	0.9 mi	28	—:1	—
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.0 mi	745	17.7:1	3.3
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	380	14.1:1	6.5
ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY	1.0 mi	603	16.8:1	4.8
JESSE KEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	614	15.3:1	4.0
CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	398	12.8:1	9.1
POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY	1.7 mi	39	13:1	6.1
LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY	1.9 mi	671	19.7:1	5.9
MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL	1.9 mi	610	16.9:1	8.9
MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY	1.9 mi	1,722	22.4:1	8.2
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	2,057	19.8:1	5.4
PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	633	19.2:1	2.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS	2.4 mi	57	11.4:1	5.5
CARLTON PALMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	413	13.8:1	6.1
LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY	2.6 mi	522	14.5:1	8.0
KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	1,951	23:1	4.1
ROCHELLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS	2.9 mi	803	14.1:1	8.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

A 8.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,350

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 39%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.7 / 10

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Enrollment 1,076

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.7%

Hispanic 10.3%

Black 5.9%

Two or More 5.4%

Asian 1.4%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1111 FOREST PARK ST, Lakeland, FL 33803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakeland Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE CYGNET SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lakeland	0.8 mi	178	8.5
DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	0.7 mi	325	4.1
POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Lakeland	0.9 mi	28	—
POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL Lakeland	0.9 mi	455	6.6
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland	1.0 mi	745	3.3
ROSABELLE W. BLAKE ACADEMY Lakeland	1.0 mi	603	4.8
SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	1.0 mi	380	6.5
PREPARING THE WAY ACADEMY Lakeland	1.2 mi	21	—
THE CYGNET SCHOOL Lakeland	1.2 mi	63	4.5
JESSE KEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	1.2 mi	614	4.0
CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland	1.4 mi	398	9.1
POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Lakeland	1.7 mi	39	6.1
WONDERHERE ACADEMY Lakeland	1.7 mi	36	7.0
LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE ACADEMY Lakeland	1.9 mi	671	5.9
MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY Lakeland	1.9 mi	1,722	8.2
MCKEEL ACADEMY CENTRAL Lakeland	1.9 mi	610	8.9
ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE Lakeland	2.0 mi	148	7.6
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakeland	2.2 mi	445	7.3
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland	2.1 mi	2,057	5.4
HADLEYS EARLY EDUCATION DBA INSPIRE ACADEM Lakeland	2.4 mi	25	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,180

Median Home Value

$236,200

Median Rent

$1,337/mo

Population

29,058

College Educated

33.8%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakeland Christian School

What grades does Lakeland Christian School serve?

Lakeland Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lakeland Christian School?

Lakeland Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 1,076 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeland Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakeland Christian School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lakeland Christian School rank in FL?

Lakeland Christian School ranks #334 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Lakeland Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakeland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lakeland Christian School a private school?

Yes, Lakeland Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lakeland Christian School a religious school?

Lakeland Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,076
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 141
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Polk County
Phone: (863) 688-2771

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